1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Wasp would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Hudson Super Wasp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 774 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Hudson | Skoda |
| Model | Super Wasp | L |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
